The Dispatch
Product updates
Product updates: We’ve simplified document uploads and approvals
Modernized design and enhanced backend functions bring ease-of-use and time-saving benefits to administrative and independent contractor users.
Product updates: Easier management of IC compliance documents
Updates to the IC documents grid bring big, time-saving benefits.
Product updates: Benefits and discounts and perks? Oh my!
Explore a world of opportunity through our ever-expanding member benefits
Product updates: Same-day pay, analytics dashboards and breaking down contractor barriers
Impactful new features designed to empower you and your ICs to work more efficiently without limits
Product updates: Modernized portals, mobile-friendly invites and added IC benefits
September updates bring a new look, increased efficiencies and more IC savings to Openforce portals
For contracting companies
How to take action against human trafficking
Truckers Against Trafficking online training teaches independent contractors how to spot the red flags of potential human trafficking
7 Transportation trends and predictions for 2023
We’ve gathered intel from industry publications and experts to provide the top 7 transportation trends for 2023.
6 key factors of the U.S. Department of Labor independent contractor rule
Under this rule, the DOL will consider six factors when determining if a worker is an independent contractor.
6 reasons to automate subcontractor compliance
Manually managing subcontractor compliance is time-consuming and error-prone. Technology can streamline processes and keep your business compliant.
Independent contractor vs. employee: Understanding classification for compliance
Know the key differences between an independent contractor vs. an employee to make sure you're correctly classifying your workforce.
The Supreme Court’s AB5 decision & what it means for your business
The AB5 law in California will make it much harder to classify workers as independent contractors, including trucking and transportation workers.
For contractors
6 attainable, no-nonsense health & wellness tips for independent contractors
Working on the road is a fantastic way to make a living but it can also have long-term health consequences. The good news is establishing healthier habits is easier than we think.
Truckers Against Trafficking
Specialized training for our independent contractor community
Limited Liability Company (LLC) 101
Owning your own business is having a slice of the American dream. Taking the
7 tips for starting a small courier business
What makes small courier businesses successful is the unmatched personalized service they provide to
Member benefits are perking up
Now, contractors have exclusive access to even more benefits and discounts designed specifically for you, available right in your Openforce portal.
Top 4 self-marketing tips for independent contractors
Promoting your business as an independent contractor (IC) can be a challenge. While hanging out